On your first point, everything is predicated on the allocation model of the quotas. In our situation, we face erratic allocation of quota or not enough quota, which forces us to move into what's called the “transfer market”, whereby I and my colleagues need to contact other quota holders and ask if they are willing to rent their quota—and, of course, for a fee. Unfortunately, aside from taking a lot of work and a lot of energy to do this, we have to pass those costs on, and it's Canadian consumers who suffer.
On May 4th, 2023. See this statement in context.